CE Estimation & Quantity Surveying Prepared by Prof. S.L. DAVID ANANDARAJ

UNIT – I ESTIMATE OF BUILDINGS

ESTIMATION DEFINITION Estimating is the technique of calculating or Computing the various quantities and the expected Expenditure to be incurred on a particular work or project. In case the funds available are less than the estimated cost the work is done in part or by reducing it or specifications are altered, the following requirement are necessary for preparing an estimate. a) Drawings like plan, elevation and sections of important points. b) Detailed specifications about workmanship & properties of materials. c) Standard schedule of rates of the current year.

NEED FOR ESTIMATION 1. Estimate give an idea of the cost of the work and hence its feasibility can be determined. 2. Estimate gives an idea of time required for the completion of the work. 3. Estimate is required to invite the tenders and Quotations and to arrange contract. 4. Estimate is also required to control the expenditure during the execution of work. 5. Estimate decides whether the proposed plan matches the funds available or not.

METHODS OF ESTIMATION Estimating involves the following operations 1. Preparing detailed Estimate. 2. Calculating the rate of each unit of work 3. Preparing abstract of estimate DATA REQUIRED TO PREPARE AN ESTIMATE 1. Drawings i.e. plans, elevations, sections etc. 2. Specifications. 3. Rates.

DATA REQUIRED TO PREPARE AN ESTIMATE DRAWINGS If the drawings are not clear and without complete dimensions the preparation of estimation become very difficult. So, It is very essential to have detailed drawings before preparing an estimate. SPECIFICATIONS a)General Specifications: These give the nature, quality, class and work and materials in general terms to be used in various parts of wok. It helps to form a general idea of building. b) Detailed Specifications: These give the detailed description of the various items of work laying down the Quantities and qualities of materials, their proportions, the method of preparation workmanship and execution of work.

DATA REQUIRED TO PREPARE AN ESTIMATE RATES: For preparing the estimate the unit rates of each item of work are required. 1. For arriving at the unit rates of each item. 2. The rates of various materials to be used in the construction. 3. The cost of transport materials. 4. The wages of labour, skilled or unskilled of masons, carpenters, Mazdoor, etc.,

THE COMPLETE ESTIMATE

LUMPSUM While preparing an estimate, it is not possible to workout in detail in case of petty items. Items other than civil engineering such items are called lumpsum items or simply L.S. Items. The following are some of L.S. Items in the estimate. 1. Water supply and sanitary arrangements. 2. Electrical installations like meter, motor, etc., 3. Architectural features. 4. Contingencies and unforeseen items. In general, certain percentage on the cost of estimation is allotted for the above L.S. Items Even if sub estimates prepared or at the end of execution of work, the actual cost should not exceed the L.S. amounts provided in the main estimate.

WORK CHARGED ESTABLISHMENT During the construction of a project a.considerable number of skilled supervisors b.work assistance c.watch men etc., are employed on temporary basis. The salaries of these persons are drawn from the L.S. amount allotted towards the work charged establishment. that is, establishment which is charged directly to work. An L.S. amount of 1½ to 2% of the estimated cost is provided towards the work charged establishment.